Why We Like The Distance FLZ Trekking Poles
Details
- Collapsible trekking poles for your next big hike
- Wrist loops keep them secure when you're moving fast
- Aluminum construction is lightweight and durable
- Basket offers reliable traction in snow and dirt
- Item #BLDZ9IK
- Shaft
- aluminum
- Adjustable Length
- yes
- Usable Range
- [110cm] 95 - 110cm, [125cm] 105 - 125cm, [140cm] 120 - 140cm
- Collapsed Length
- [110cm] 34cm, [125cm] 37cm, [140cm] 40cm
- Locking Mechanism
- FlickLock, SlideLock
- Grip
- EVA
- Strap
- recycled synthetic
- Tip
- carbide Tech Tips, rubber Tech Tips (interchangeable)
- Baskets
- low-profile, removable
- Claimed Weight
- (pair) [110cm] 14.6oz, [125cm] 15.7oz, [140cm] 1lb 1oz
- Activity
- hiking, backpacking, trail running
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
4.5 based on 54 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 21, 2024
Packable and light
This is perfect for backpacking - especially if you're traveling abroad to your backcountry adventures. Easy to store and sturdy on the trail. I am tough on gear, and have broken the carbon fiber ones. These poles can withstand my abuse.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 27, 2024
Not Good in Wet Weather Country
Sadly the newest version of this pole is no good in wet weather country. I had a pair of Distance FLZ for about 7 years and loved them. I tripped over my poles last year and bent one to the point I could no longer use it. I went and purchased the new version of the Z pole. 3 times I have returned them under warranty and received a new pair. The push button used to hold the pole straight and used to release the pole to fold broke on each of the 3 set I used. It took me until my 3rd set of poles to figure out that the poles worked perfectly in dry weather, however after wet hikes, even though I did my best to dry to poles out, the mechanism became stiff and then failed completely. Black Diamon, please fix the change you made so the metal inside survives damp conditions.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 17, 2024
Pretty good
Light light light weight. However they come apart easily if they get stuck in rocks? Maybe I’m not locking them out properly.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 10, 2024
Great for Backpacking
Small size, relatively light weight sturdy poles. Went with these for the aluminum construction and ability to adjust length as carbon can be less forgiving if the pole gets flexed too much. Looking forward to future hikes with these.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 3, 2024
Great lightweight poles
I was so excited to purchase these poles for a trip to Zion and Bryce Canyon. They did not disappoint! They are nice and lightweight, easy to put together, an break down smaller. The perfect everyday trekking poles and for travel.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
May 13, 2024
Great Poles
Bought these to replace a pair of Alpine FLZ but I wanted something more compact for travel and mountain trekking / running. I did not thought that the carbon premium was a must and I am really satisfied so far. Definitely recommended.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
May 4, 2024
Stay away
Im totally disappointed with quality of my tekking poles Bd distanze flz aluminium. After 5 days of using them I got issue in both poles with holder on the photo.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 12, 2024
Lightweight and Compact
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
These are my first set of trekking poles and I'm very happy with them. I chose this model (Distance FLZ Trekking Poles) based on reviews that described them as quiet and vibration-free and I agree with that assessment. They are extremely lightweight and compact, but also feel very sturdy when used. I've taken them on a steep and muddy trail up and down a canyon and felt more sure-footed than ever, especially on the downhills and crossing rocky streams.
April 7, 2024
Lightweight foldable poles
I had an very old pair of Black Diamond foldable poles, but lost one. These are lighter than the last pair but look just as strong. My last pair had a nice nylon case which I have also lost. This is new pair did not come with a case which I would have liked. It came with a velcro ties which I believe i've already lost. Rubber bands work to keep them together.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 5, 2024
Quality and durable Trekking stick
Hiking every week at the Appalachian requires a good hiking stick and this product never fails to do it's job. The easy adjust makes it eaiser to change the lenght depending on the terrain and whenever going on a ascend or descend.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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